Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades: Electrical & Energy Trades Certificates
This page covers the certificate and career studies certificate programs in electrical and energy trades within the Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades career pathway. For robotics, instrumentation, building maintenance, and welding certificates, see Robotics, Building & Welding Trades Certificates. For the degree programs in this pathway, see AAS Industrial Technology (883), 883-02, 883-03, and AAS Mechatronics (736).
Electricity
Purpose
The Certificate program in Electricity is designed for the person who wants to develop skills to become a residential, commercial, or industrial electrician.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Electricity Certificate Program graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial or residential construction electrician, maintenance electrician, and installation and repair technicians.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Electricity Certificate Program, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state, and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSSA, and EPA when wiring electrical circuits.
- Utilize a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and electrical resistance.
- Apply the National Electric Code to identify purpose and location of electrical components and current protection devices.
Admission Requirements: General admission to the college is required.
Program Requirements: The certificate program in electricity is designed to develop the job skills required of a person who is engaged as an electrician in industry, business, or housing. All classes will be offered in catalog order only; therefore, it is necessary to take all classes in sequence as they will not be repeated until the following year. Candidates for the Electricity Certificate Program must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE, ETR, and DRF courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| DRF 175 | Schematic and Mechanical Diagrams | 2 |
| ELE 133 | Practical Electricity I | 3 |
| ETR 113 | DC and AC Fundamentals I | 4 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition | 3 |
| MTH 111 | Basic Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 134 | Practical Electricity II | 3 |
| ELE 160 | Power Controls | 3 |
| ETR 114 | AC/DC Fundamentals II | 4 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| ELE 135 | National Electric Code: Residential | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 32 | |
Industrial Maintenance
Purpose
The Career Studies Certificate – Industrial Maintenance is designed to provide students basic skills in the field of general industrial maintenance and repair. The student will develop skills through theory and a hands-on approach to learning.
Occupational Objective: Maintenance Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Technician.
Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the College.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| AIR 111 | Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Control | 3 |
| AIR 121 | Air Conditioning & Refrigeration I | 3 |
| DRF 175 | Schematics and Mechanical Diagrams | 2 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology | 4 |
| ETR 113 | DC and AC Fundamentals | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| IND 137 | Team Concepts | 3 |
| SAF 126 | Principles of Industrial Safety (online) | 3 |
| ENG 111 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MTH 111 | Basic Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 12 | |
| Total Program Credits | 28 | |
Industrial/Residential Wiring
Purpose
This program is designed for persons seeking employment in electrical-related fields, or in industrial/residential wiring fields, or personnel seeking to increase their knowledge or update their electrical skills. This program prepares students to be successful in an electrical workplace and members of a technical team.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Industrial/Residential Wiring Certificate Program graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial or residential construction electrician, maintenance electrician, and installation and repair technicians.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Industrial/Residential Wiring Certificate Program, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSSA, and EPA when wiring electrical circuits.
- Apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) to identify purpose of and location of electrical components and current protection devices.
- Utilize a variety of test equipment to measure voltage, current, and resistance.
Admission Requirements: General admission to the college is required.
Program Requirements: The curriculum in the Industrial/Residential Wiring Certificate Program combines instruction in the areas required for competence as an entry level employee in industry, government, and other organizations. Candidates for the Industrial/Residential Wiring Career Studies Certificate must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE, ETR, and DRF courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| ELE 133 | Practical Electricity I | 3 |
| ETR 113 | AC and DC Fundamentals I | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 7 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 134 | Practical Electricity II | 3 |
| ELE 160 | Power Controls | 3 |
| ETR 114 | AC and DC Fundamentals II | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 10 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| ELE 135 | National Electric Code | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 20 | |
Practical Electrician
Purpose
This program is designed for individuals seeking employment in industrial electrical-related fields or personnel seeking to become an entry level residential, commercial, or industrial electrician. This program also prepares students to be successful in an electrical workplace and members of a technical team.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Practical Electrician Career Studies Certificate program graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial or residential construction electrician, industrial or residential maintenance electrician, and repair technicians.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Practical Electrician program graduates will be able to:
- Utilize a variety of test equipment to measure voltage, current, and resistance.
- Identify basic electrical and other controls used in industry.
- Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.
Admission Requirements: In addition to the general admission requirements of the College, this program requires proficiency in basic arithmetic and English.
Program Requirements: The career studies certificate program in practical electrician is designed to develop the job skills required of a person who is engaged as an electrician in industry, business, or housing. All classes will be offered in catalog order only; therefore, it is necessary to take all classes in sequence as they will not be repeated until the following year. Candidates for the Practical Electrician Career Studies Certificate must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| ELE 133 | Practical Electricity I | 3 |
| ELE 134 | Practical Electricity II | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 6 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 150 | AC and DC Fundamentals | 3 |
| ELE 160 | Power Controls | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 6 | |
| Total Program Credits | 12 | |
Practical Electrical Technician
Purpose
The Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate program will give students the requisite knowledge required for entry-level employment in the Electrical Industry.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate Program graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial or residential construction electrician, maintenance electrician, electrical mechanics, and electrical helpers.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate Program, graduates will be able to:
- Use a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and electrical resistance.
- Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state, and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSSA, and EPA when wiring electrical circuits.
- Troubleshoot and repair a system at the component level.
Admission Requirements: General admission to the college is required.
Program Requirements: The career studies certificate program in Practical Electrical Technician is designed to develop the job skills required of a person who is engaged as an electrician in industry, business, or housing. All classes will be offered in catalog order only; therefore, it is necessary to take all classes in sequence as they will not be repeated until the following year. Candidates for the Practical Electrical Technician Career Studies Certificate Program must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE, ETR, and SAF courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 |
| ELE 135 | National Electric Code: Residential | 3 |
| SAF 126 | Principles of Industrial Safety | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 7 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 133 | Practical Electricity I | 3 |
| ETR 113 | DC and AC Fundamentals | 4 |
| MTH 111 | Fundamentals Mathematics I | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 10 | |
| Total Program Credits | 17 | |
Energy Technology
Purpose
The Career Studies Certificate in Energy Technology is designed for a student who wishes to obtain the skills necessary to work in the electric and energy industries as an entry level technician. The curriculum encompasses subjects that are needed for energy industry technicians including blueprint/schematic reading, safety, basic hand and power tools, basic electricity, basic instrumentation, and mathematics.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Career Studies Certificate in Energy Technology graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of industrial or residential entry level maintenance technicians, apprentice electricians, or solar panel installers.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Career Studies Certificate in Energy Technology, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state, and local safety legal requirements, including OSHA, VOSSA, and EPA when wiring electrical circuits.
- Identify a variety of schematic symbols and how to interpret schematic drawings.
- Use a variety of electrical instruments to measure voltage, current and resistance.
- Apply the National Electric Code to identify purpose and location of electrical components and current protection devices.
- Demonstrate the knowledge of electrical and other controls used in home and industry. Troubleshoot and repair a system at the component level.
Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the College.
Program Requirements: The Career Studies Certificate in Energy Technology is designed to develop the job skills required of a person who is engaged as an electrician in industry, business, or housing. All classes will be offered in catalog order only; therefore, it is necessary to take all classes in sequence as they will not be repeated until the following year. Candidates for the Energy Technology Certificate Program must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE, ETR, and DRF courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| DRF 175 | Schematic and Mechanical Diagrams | 2 |
| ELE 133 | Practical Electricity I | 3 |
| ENE 104 | Energy Industry Fundamentals | 4 |
| SAF 130 | Industrial Safety, OSHA 10* | 1 |
| Total Semester Credits | 10 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 134 | Practical Electricity II | 3 |
| ELE 177 | Photovoltaic Energy Systems | 4 |
| MTH 111 | Basic Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 10 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| ELE 135 | National Electric Code: Residential | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 3 | |
| Total Program Credits | 23 | |
* Credit for the SAF 130 class can be awarded with a prior OSHA 10 or 30 certification. Proof of successful completion with a valid OSHA issued card will be required.
Electrical Technology
Purpose
This program was originally designed for employees of Keurig – Dr. Pepper. Students will be given specialized electrical technology training that will support production operations at Keurig – Dr. Pepper.
Occupational Objectives: Upon completion of the Electrical Technology Career Studies Certificate program, graduates will possess the knowledge and skills required for entry into the fields of maintenance electrician and maintenance technician.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate the knowledge of basic circuit design, current flow, and power dissipation.
- Identify a variety of schematic symbols and how to interpret schematic drawings.
- Explain single phase and three phase motor operation, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
- Create, design, and troubleshoot a variety of PLC programs.
- Utilize a variety of test equipment to measure voltage, current, and resistance.
- Demonstrate the knowledge of science, technology, engineering and math to solve technological problems.
Admission Requirements: General admission to the college is required and students are selected at the discretion of the employer and/or the Camp Community College advisor.
Program Requirements: The curriculum in the Electrical Technology Career Studies Certificate for Keurig-Green Mountain combines instruction in the areas required for competence as an entry level employee in industry, government, and other organizations. Candidates for the Electrical Technology Career Studies Certificate for Keurig-Green Mountain must successfully complete all required courses and earn a minimum grade of “C” in all ELE courses.
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| ELE 121 | Electrical Circuits I | 3 |
| ELE 122 | Electrical Circuits II | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 6 | |
| Spring Term | ||
| ELE 216 | Industrial Electricity | 3 |
| ELE 239 | Programmable Controllers | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 6 | |
| Total Program Credits | 12 | |